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Updating a previous report, Washington Redskins LB Mason Foster's deal is two years in length and has a base salary of $4 million, according to a source. He will be able to earn a maximum of $7 million over the course of the two years.

Updating a previous item, Washington Redskins LB Perry Riley (foot) will need surgery to fix a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot after being injured in practice Thursday, Dec. 3. Riley will be sidelined three to six weeks. LB Mason Foster will replace Riley in the starting lineup in Week 13 against the Dallas Cowboys Monday, Dec. 7.

Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears LB Mason Foster signed a one-year deal Tuesday, March 24. Financial terms were undisclosed. Additionally, a fully healthy Foster, who separated his shoulder last season, is expected to be a favorite to start at middle linebacker.